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Field Survey Manager

IEA Constructors LLC, Chicago, IL, United States


Overview
Responsible for understanding state regulation governing land surveying practice. Comprehension of ALTA Surveys with an emphasis on topographic features and engineering design alignment. Facilitate meetings and maintain high level of communication with office management and project teams. This position acts as the lead and subject matter expert on‑site for any project survey related items. Mentor junior technicians while implementing best practices and standard operating procedures allowing growth and success in the role.

Location & Travel Details
You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build renewable projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll spend 8-12 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite. A company vehicle and fuel card will be provided.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Survey leadership and Engineering to understand surveying requirements on site

Develop comprehensive survey plans, considering project scope, timelines, and budget constraints

Coordinate with Survey leadership to ensure proper equipment, resources, and personnel are allocated appropriately

Conduct on‑site inspections to ensure survey activities align with project specifications

Monitor and supervise surveying teams to guarantee accuracy and adherence to industry standards

Address and resolve any survey‑related issues that may arise during construction

Stay well‑informed of local, state, and federal regulations related to land surveying

Ensure all surveying activities comply with relevant laws, codes, and safety standards

Partner with Survey leadership to obtain necessary permits and approvals for surveying operations

Oversee the collection of survey data and review all internal and external processed analyses

Generate detailed reports summarizing survey findings and providing actionable insights

Present survey results to project management in a clear and understandable manner

Foster effective communication between surveying teams, engineering teams, and project management

Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to integrate survey data into project plans

Provide regular updates on surveying progress, challenges, and solutions to project team and Survey leadership

Plan daily work for site survey crew

Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or related technical field preferred

Five years of survey experience in construction or operations with exposure to engineering, civil, renewable energy activities

Certified Survey Technician (CST) I preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day‑to‑day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company’s Zero Injury principles

Effective verbal and written communication

Computer literacy and well‑developed file management

Advanced comprehension of ALTA Surveys, and various schematics

Advanced understanding of surveying software e.g. Trimble Business Center, MAGNET Office, or Civil 3D

Ability to motivate and lead teams effectively

Ability to train and mentor Survey Technicians

Ability to work well under pressure and within timelines

What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing

Compensation $85,000 - $110,000 per year, commensurate with experience

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation

Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

Emergency Travel Assistance Program

Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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